MSU Food Bank & Basic Needs Program


About Us

Founded in 1993, the MSU Food Bank was the first collegiate food pantry in the nation to be run by students, for students. Created to support students experiencing food insecurity, the MSU Food Bank addresses challenges related to limited food access and nutritional quality—factors that can disrupt eating habits and academic success. 

 

Our Locations

Spartan Shelf-Olin (Grocery Pick-Up) 

Location: Olin Health Center, Room 151 (First floor)   
Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Spartan Shelf-Union (Self-Shop Market) 

Location: MSU Union, Room 25 (Ground Level, stair and elevator access)   
Hours: Tuesdays: 3 to 8 p.m.; Thursdays: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. [RS1] 

*Appointment required at both locations. Find eligibility criteria and place an order with Spartan Shelf.

Who’s Eligible? 

The MSU Food Bank is available to all MSU undergraduate students, graduate students, professional students, scholars, and other eligible participants. Guests may visit once per week to access fresh dairy, produce, proteins, shelf-stable items, cleaning products, and personal hygiene supplies. We are open year-round to support those in need. 

Find eligibility criteria and place an order with Spartan Shelf.

Items offered may vary, but often include a variety of balanced essentials, such as: 

  • Fruits and Vegetables  

  • Grains 

  • Plant-based, Meat, & Seafood Proteins  

  • Dairy & Non-Dairy Alternatives  

  • Culturally Required Cooking Ingredients 

  • Special Dietary Items 

  • Household & Personal Care Items  

  • Menstrual Products  

  • Infant and Childcare Products 

  • And more! 

Order Placement

Register or login on PantrySoft to place an order with Spartan Shelf.

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Volunteers

Offer your time, energy, and compassion to our campus by volunteering at Spartan Shelf. 

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Giving

Support Spartan Shelf by providing a donation. 

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